Frankie Berkoben, an executive function and leadership coach specializing in ADHD professionals in tech, shares insights on managing executive function variances. She discusses the seven types of bandwidth and how they affect leadership. The conversation dives into the importance of self-awareness and creativity for neurodivergent individuals. Frankie emphasizes a strengths-based approach to enhance productivity and the transformative power of coaching for authentic leadership aligned with personal values in high-pressure environments.

Dr. Patrick LaCount, a licensed clinical psychologist and expert on adult ADHD, shares insights on navigating the challenges of young adulthood with ADHD. He discusses the importance of resilience and the long view for both parents and young adults in coping with societal pressures. Tips for building meaningful connections through shared interests, and the impact of mindfulness on decision-making are highlighted. Patrick emphasizes the need for vulnerability in relationships and the value of genuine fulfillment over societal standards.

Our friend Dr. Caroyn, the ADHD MD is back! We talk about the importance of community to ADHD, how those communities allow us to embrace different parts of ourselves, and why the ADHD Conference is so meaningful to so many.     Register for the ADHD Essentials Parenting Groups Here   Learn More about Brendan and his work at:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join The ADHD Essentials Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Website Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com Find Dr. Carolyn Lentzsch-Parcells at: http://drcarolynparcells.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the.adhd.md/   Men’s ADHD Support Group Links: Learn more about the Men’s ADHD Support Group Join the Men’s ADHD Support Group’s Facebook Community   

Julie Kliers, an ADHD life coach from New York, shares her journey of self-discovery after being undiagnosed until age 46. She discusses the transformative power of diagnosis and challenges faced in navigating overwhelm and setting boundaries. Julie emphasizes the dangers of black-and-white thinking and how it leads to negative self-talk. By fostering intentionality in routines and embracing self-compassion, she provides practical strategies to help others get into action and unlock their unique strengths.

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Kyrus Keenan Westcott of The Vibe with Ky. Ky talks about behaving truthfully under imaginary circumstances, the power of the stories we tell ourselves, masking, being an introvert, and the growth he’s gained from doing The Vibe with Ky.   Register for the ADHD Essentials Parenting Groups Here   Guest Links: Learn more about Ky and his work here:  https://thevibewithky.com/   Learn More about Brendan and his work at:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join The ADHD Essentials Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Website Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   Men’s ADHD Support Group Links: Learn more about the Men’s ADHD Support Group Join the Men’s ADHD Support Group’s Facebook Community 

Dr. Carolyn is back!  Carolyn is a pediatrician with ADHD who can talk about the disorder from any number of directions! You can find her on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok as the ADHD MD. In today's episode, Dr Carolyn Lenszch-Parcells shares some good news, and we finish up our conversation about ADHD meds.  This time, we discuss non-stimulants, and a bit about the med shortage.     The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups    Learn more about Dr. Carolyn and her work here:  http://drcarolynparcells.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the.adhd.md/   Learn More about Brendan and his work at:   Learn about & Register for the The ADHD Essentials Online Parent Coaching Groups  Join The ADHD Essentials Facebook Community Check out the ADHD Essentials Website Contact Brendan at brendan@ADHDessentials.com   Men’s ADHD Support Group Links: Learn more about the Men’s ADHD Support Group Join the Men’s ADHD Support Group’s Facebook Community   

AJ Jacobs, a New York Times Best-Selling author and editor at large for Esquire, dives into his latest book, exploring what it means to live like a colonial American. He shares how this lifestyle experiment positively influenced his mental health. The conversation highlights the importance of flexible thinking and the historical lessons from figures like Benjamin Franklin. Plus, AJ introduces a fun community initiative centered around election cakes to uplift the voting experience and combat negativity.

Alan Brown, The ADD Crusher, discusses managing the 'outlaw brain,' confronting tasks, relying on systems, prioritizing resilience, and executing tasks in the podcast. Emphasizing action over continuous learning for progress with ADHD.

Dr. Carolyn Lentzch-Parcells returns to discuss overwhelm, work/life balance, importance of having a team, and risks of tasks that provide activation but don't align with our needs. They explore the challenges of delegating, building a supportive team, and aligning actions with values to maintain motivation and prevent burnout.

Tracy Otsuka, author of 'ADHD for Smart Ass Women,' discusses gender norms, lack of research on women with ADHD, estrogen-dopamine connection, trauma, imposter syndrome, procastivity, and ADHD & perimenopause. The podcast delves into the struggles and unique experiences of women with ADHD.